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From bargain bulk items to $1.50 hot dogs, Costco is known for its focus on savings. However, the warehouse giant offers much more than just its retail products. From travel and car programs to remodeling and cleaning services, here are some lesser-known benefits that members may be missing.
Costco Travel
Costco Travel offers a variety of trips, including international destinations, theme parks, cruises and other excursions. Packages typically include accommodation, such as hotels and resorts, as well as transportation, including flights and rental cars. While many offerings are turnkey packages, members also have the flexibility to create their own trips.
Instead of focusing solely on the lowest prices, Costco Travel emphasizes high-quality experiences that deliver strong value. Members can expect to save hundreds of dollars while enjoying additional benefits of similar value. Some resorts offer credits worth hundreds of dollars, and certain packages include transportation to and from the airport as well as scheduled train rides.
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Shoppers line up at the Costco membership and customer service counter in Florida. (Lindsey Nicholson/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images/Getty Images)
Costco Auto
Costco members have access to a variety of vehicle deals, including pre-arranged, no-negotiation pricing on new and used cars, with an average savings of more than $1,000 off MSRP. Members can purchase sedans, electric vehicles and recreational vehicles and benefit from car services.
Participating service centers offer 15% off parts, service and accessories up to $500 per visit. For those purchasing a new recreational vehicle, exclusive discounts are available through Camping World, the nation’s largest RV retailer.
Costco next
Costco Next is a specialized online platform that offers a catalog that goes far beyond the selection in the company’s stores, including camping gear, home goods and specialty items such as chests. Members buy directly from trusted, verified suppliers and can benefit from discounts of up to 40%.
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Shoppers can purchase Costco vacation packages, including cruises, international trips, excursions and theme parks, such as Disney World. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/Tribune News Service/Getty Images)
Shutterfly
Costco members receive an exclusive 51% discount on regular-priced orders at Shutterfly, a leading e-commerce company specializing in personalized photo products. While Costco notes that economy shipping is free on orders over $49, Shutterfly’s website currently lists free shipping on orders of $30 or more.
Insurance
Costco offers a variety of insurance options, including home, auto, renters, business health, pet and life insurance.
Through American Family Insurance, Costco members can purchase renters coverage or bundle home and auto coverage with exclusive discounts.
Depending on the state, life insurance offered by Protective Life at Costco offers lower premiums for the first five years and offers 10, 20 or 30-year terms, with coverage options up to $5 million.
Figo Pet Insurance offers a 15% discount for Gold Star and Business members, while Executive Members get a 15% discount plus lost pet recovery services through 24PetWatch. In some states, new policyholders can also receive a $25 digital Costco Shop Card upon enrollment.
The CBC Health Insurance Marketplace offers comprehensive business health insurance solutions, including dental, vision, life and disability coverage.
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Costco Home Improvement can provide professional installation for certain remodeling projects, including flooring, kitchen cabinets and bathrooms. (Zak Bennnett/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
Prescription program
The Costco Member Prescription Program (CMPP) is a free, value-added program for members that helps reduce the cost of prescriptions, including brand-name, generic and pet medications. Savings of up to 80% are listed on popular medications, with current discounts like $50 off Wegovy.
Executive Members and Costco Anywhere Visa Card by Citi holders also receive a 2% cash back reward at Costco Pharmacy.
Through Sesame, members also have access to home prescription delivery, 24/7 same-day virtual doctor visits, $29 virtual primary care visits in minutes and other health-related savings.
Professional cleaning
Through Stanley Steemer, Costco members receive discounts on cleaning floors, tile, hardwood, carpet, furniture and air ducts. For three rooms with the same floor type, members receive one additional room cleaned for free. Likewise, cleaning one air duct system includes a complimentary dryer vent cleaning.
The Costco Member Prescription Program (CMPP) is a program that helps lower the cost of prescriptions for members, including popular medications like Wegovy. (Toronto Star Archive/Toronto Star via Getty Images/Getty Images)
Moving services
Warehouse members can get a 25% discount with Budget Truck, a leading rental company known for offering some of the most affordable moving options. Budget Truck is owned by Avis Budget Group and offers truck and van pricing based on factors such as daily rates, truck size, mileage and fuel. Local rentals typically cost less than $200 per day, while long-distance moves average around $1,000.
Trucks are available in sizes ranging from 10 to 26 feet, with options for local or one-way moves. Additional services include roadside assistance, moving supplies, towing equipment and additional authorized drivers.
For Executive Members who want to pack for several weeks and don’t have to drive, PODS delivers containers directly to your home and takes care of all the transport. Costco Executive members receive free delivery and pickup, plus up to 20% off monthly container reservations.
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Home improvement
Costco Home Improvement is a service program that provides professional installation and delivery for home renovations and remodeling projects, including flooring, kitchen cabinets, bathrooms, HVAC systems, windows, garage doors, generators and countertops. Upon completion, some services include a 10% Costco Shop Card, a gift card that can be used for virtually any purchase in-store or online at Costco.com.
